Investing in agriculture’s next generation

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We’re inviting Australia’s brightest minds to apply for a grant in the 2021 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.

10 awards of up to $22,000 will be given for new and creative research projects that help overcome industry challenges in agriculture.

Applications are open now to young agricultural innovators, scientists and researchers between 18 and 35 years of age.

Chief Scientist & Chief Plant Protection Officer Dr. Robyn Cleland said ”We’re happy to support the emerging careers of Australia’s young agricultural innovators“.

The 10 award categories were developed in partnership with research and development corporations and industry associations. They are:

  • biosecurity and digital innovation
  • cotton
  • eggs and poultry (layers)
  • forest and wood products
  • grains
  • horticulture
  • meat and livestock
  • red meat processing
  • viticulture and oenology
  • wool.

The winners will then be invited to apply for the Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management’s Award. This provides additional funding for an extended research project.

The 2020 Minister’s Award winner was Dr Meagan Craven from Deakin University. Her project investigated whether pigeon milk can combat deadly Salmonella outbreaks on Australian egg farms.

Applications close 5pm AEST Friday 2 October 2020. Find out how to apply.

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